Abby Reisner

Abby is a food writer, editor, cook, and digital strategist living in Brooklyn. She recently published a cookbook all about ranch dressing.

Articles by Abby Reisner

KFC Double Down

10 Bizarre Fast-Food Items We're Glad Never Took Off

Fried chicken used as a sandwich bun? Pass!

chicken kiev

13 Long-Lost Foods from the '80s That Will Stoke Your Nostalgia

From loose meat sandwiches to hot buttered cheerios.

Cheese fondue

13 Long-Lost Foods from the '70s

Here's what you'll want to bring back from the decade of funky food.

asian pork meatballs

31 Mouth-Watering Ground Pork Recipes

Meatballs, sausages, ragu, chilis, bowls, and more.

white bread

17 Kitchen Mistakes That Are Spoiling Your Food Faster

Don't let your weekly grocery run go to waste.

cincinnati chili

15 Classic Dishes Invented in America

Go on a virtual food tour of the country with these noteworthy creations.

pizza on grill

9 Grilling Hacks To Use Your Grill In a New Way

Break into the untapped potential of your grill before summer's over.

salt food

5 Ways You're Using Salt Wrong

It's such a simple ingredient, with so much hidden power.

10 "Fresh" Restaurant Foods That Never Really Are

10 "Fresh" Restaurant Foods That Never Really Are

More often than not, restaurants will serve you frozen foods from the grocery store.

ube munchkins

10 Delicious Fast Foods From Around the World We're Dying to Try

Ramen pizza, kimchi quesadillas, and more fast food that's worth a plane ticket.

French fries

13 Foods That Were All the Rage in the '90s

Take a walk down memory lane with these throwback trends.

cirsped bacon skillet

5 Restaurant Foods Becoming More Expensive

Make sure you know which items are likely to cost more at restaurants now.

california pizza kitchen storefront

6 Restaurants With Fastest Takeout Right Now

These spots around the country are using new technologies for speedier fast food.

steak n shake

10 Popular Restaurants Near You That May Quietly Disappear

These bucket list places, local favorites, and fast food chains are going away for good.

honey garlic eggplant

21 Ways to Use an Eggplant for Dinner

The purple nightshade can handle grilling like a steak and stewing like a tomato.

Blackened tilapia with garlic line butter

17 Recipes to Make Tilapia Your Favorite Fish

Find out why tilapia is one of the most popular fish options in America.

instant pot chicken congee

7 Recipes for Congee, Your New Favorite Rice Bowl

Think of it as a cross between a grain bowl and porridge.

lard

Is Lard Bad for You? Au Contraire!

It's time to stop giving this misunderstood ingredient the side-eye.

healthy texas cowboy caviar

15 Black-Eyed Peas Recipes for High-Protein Meals

Change things up with these darlings of the Southern cuisine.

hominy

Why You Should Add Hominy to Your Shopping List

If you've had a delicious corn tortilla or tamale, you've more than likely already tried hominy.

turkey burger salad

31+ Healthy Ground Turkey Recipes

Anything beef can do, turkey can do better!

beef tripe

Should You Give Tripe a Try?

With increasing concerns around food sustainability, using "variety meats" presents a sound solution.

eggs in carton on wood table

Are Eggs Dairy?

Get clarity on this hot debate, and learn why "dairy-free" doesn't necessarily mean vegan.

hidden valley ranch

Ranch is So Much More Than Just the Best Condiment

Huge in pop culture (and in our hearts), the creamy dressing is so much more than just a salad topper.

baby hasselback potatoes

27 Air Fryer Recipes That Make Frying Healthy(ish)

Further proof that this versatile tool belongs in your kitchen (you'll find some space).

chicken tikka masala

15 Popular Indian Dishes You Have To Try

Not sure what to order at an Indian restaurant? This list of all-star dishes is a good start!

whole grain power pancakes

31 Sneakily Healthy Breakfasts For Kids

From adult to tot, these healthy breakfast recipes are sure to please the whole family.

cheesesteak pinwheels

17 Finger Foods For a Hungry Party Crowd

Game day? Girls' night? B-day bash? Have your party be the talk of the town with these no-fret snacks!

Molten chocolate cake

Decadent Dinner Recipes For Valentine's Day

Swipe right on spending the holiday in your own kitchen.